The Goldbergs - Season 5 May 2026

Beverly struggles to reinvent herself as her children leave home, briefly pursuing night school and business ownership before a disastrous 80s perm "distracts" her.

Features appearances by Rick Moranis (voice of Dark Helmet), Ilan Mitchell-Smith ( Weird Science ), and real-life counterparts of the characters. The Goldbergs - Season 5

Sam Lerner was promoted to a series regular this season, while AJ Michalka (Lainey) moved to a recurring role. ⭐ Highlights & Homages Beverly struggles to reinvent herself as her children

Real-life Beverly Goldberg and her friends make a cameo appearance as a group of older friends. 💡 Pro-Tip for Fans ⭐ Highlights & Homages Real-life Beverly Goldberg and

The season premiere pays homage to Weird Science , while other episodes reference Spaceballs , Indiana Jones , and The Breakfast Club .

Season 5 of (2017–2018) captures the family's transition as the kids grow up, with Erica heading to college and Beverly facing an "empty nest" crisis. 🎬 Key Plot Arcs